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• Digoxin: a medicine to treat heart problems

  NHS medicines information on digoxin – what it's used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.

• Newborn physical examination

  It checks things such as their eyes and heart for any problems that might need treatment.

• Aspirin: low dose to prevent heart attacks and stroke

  NHS medicines information on low-dose aspirin – what it's used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.

• Why they're used

  Cardiac catheterisation and coronary angiography can provide important information about the heart and the surrounding blood vessels supplying it.

• Atrial fibrillation

  Find out about atrial fibrillation, a condition that causes an irregular heart rhythm, including symptoms, treatment and how it affects your life.

• Recovery

  You'll usually be able to leave hospital the same day, or the following day after a planned (elective) coronary angioplasty.

• How it's performed

  You will usually have an appointment to assess your health a few days before having a coronary angioplasty.

• Noonan syndrome - Characteristics

  Read about the characteristic features of Noonan syndrome, including unusual facial features, short stature and heart defects.

• The risks of drinking too much

  The risks of drinking more than the recommended limits include cancer, liver disease, heart disease and stroke.

• How to stretch after exercising

  Use this routine to cool down after a workout to gradually relax, improve flexibility and slow your heart rate.